National Volunteer Fire Council

Webinar: Volunteer Emergency Services Recruitment and Retention Act
2019-09-04 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | NY
This informative webinar focuses on the Volunteer Emergency Services Recruitment and Retention Act (VESRRA), which was recently introduced in the Senate. Attendees will first learn about LOSAP (Length of Service Award Programs) and why volunteer fire and emergency services departments use these retirement accounts. Following the LOSAP discussion, the panelists will take a deep dive into the VESRRA legislation and how it will make it easier to establish and administer LOSAP plans. Register here.

Webinar: When the Smoke Clears - A Primer on Fire Service Retirement
2019-08-29 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | NY
Retiring from the fire service is a big life change that can leave many with feelings of loss of identity, purpose, and belonging. This engaging and interactive webinar explores the emotional, psychological, and physical impact experienced by many retirees and how to best prepare to avoid the pitfalls of retirement. Register here.

Fire-Rescue International
2019-08-09 - 2019-08-11 | Georgia World Congress Center, 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA, 30313, United States
Visit NVFC booth #3243.

Kentucky Firefighter's Association Conference
2019-08-03 - 2019-08-06 | Owensboro, KY
NVFC providing keynote address.

SFFMA Training Conference and Convention
2019-06-21 - 2019-06-26 | Holiay Inn Longview – North, 300 Tuttle Circle, Longview, TX, 75605, United States
The NVFC is presenting a Wildland Fire Assessment Program training on June 24.

Safety Stand Down
2019-06-16 - 2019-06-22 | NY
This year’s theme is “Reduce Your Exposures: It’s Everyone’s Responsibility.” Use this week to focus fire department training and education on cancer prevention.

MSFA Convention and Conference
2019-06-15 - 2019-06-21 | Roland E. Powell Convention Center, 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 21842, United States
Visit NVFC booth 1045. NVFC also providing keynote address.

NVFC Training Summit
2019-06-14 08:30 - 2019-06-15 16:00 (America/New_York) | Doubletree by Hilton Portland, 1000 NE Multnomah Street, Portland, OR, 97232, United States
This signature NVFC event features classroom training on topics critical to the fire and emergency services as well as an opportunity to share ideas and best practices and network with responders from across the U.S. Travel stipends are available to NVFC members.

International Hazardous Materials Response Teams Conference
2019-06-13 - 2019-06-16 | Hilton Baltimore, 401 W Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD, 21201, United States
Visit NVFC booth #317.

EMS Week
2019-05-19 - 2019-05-25 | ACEP and NAEMT
The EMS Strong campaign seeks to celebrate, unify, and inspire the men and women of our nation’s emergency medical services.

Nebraska State Fire School
2019-05-17 - 2019-05-19 | Fonner Park, 700 E Stolley Park Rd, Grand Island, NE, 68801, United States
NVFC presenting session on firefighter cancer.

Fire Expo
2019-05-17 - 2019-05-19 | Pennsylvania Farm Show and Expo Center, 2300 North Cameron Street, Harrisburg, MD, 17110, United States
Visit NVFC booth #S14

VCOS Symposium in the West
2019-05-02 - 2019-05-04 | Embassy Suites Phoenix-Scottsdale, 4415 E Paradise Village Pkwy S, Phoenix, AZ, 85032, United States

NVFC Spring Board Meeting
2019-04-25 - 2019-04-27 | Holiday Inn and Suites Old Town, 625 First Street, Alexandria, VA, 22314, United States

CFSI Symposium and Dinner
2019-04-24 - 2019-04-25 | NY
NVFC presenting a sessions on firefighter cancer and behavioral health as well as preventing occupational injury, illness, and death.

FDIC
2019-04-09 - 2019-04-13 | Indiana Convention Center & Lucas Oil Stadium, 100 South Capitol Avenue, Indianapolis, IN, 46225, United States
Visit the NVFC at booth #13073.

National Volunteer Week
2019-04-07 - 2019-04-13 | NY
Find resources to help recruit fire service volunteers at https://portal.nvfc.org.

Small Town Fire Chief Seminar
2019-04-06 | Maine Fire Service Institute, 19 Sewall St., Brunswick, ME, 04011, United States
NVFC presenting sessions on leadership, recruitment, and health and safety.

Small Town Chief Seminar
2019-03-23 | Westerly, RI
NVFC seminar covering leadership, recruitment, and health and wellness.

SSFSC Wildland Fire Assessment Training
2019-03-16 09:00 - 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Las Cumbres Community Center, 18260 Las Cumbres Rd, Los Gatos, CA, 95033, United States
A Wildland Fire Assessment Program (WFAP) course will be held at the Las Cumbres Community Center in Los Gatos, CA. The WFAP is brought to you by the National Volunteer Fire Council and U.S. Forest Service to help fire departments conduct home safety assessments in the wildland-urban interface (WUI). The course trains participants to evaluate a home and provide residents with recommendations that will mitigate their wildfire risks and make their property more fire-adapted. This free, four-hour train-the-trainer course covers understanding the WUI problem, identifying the zones, evaluating the home, and available resources. This class is brought to you by the South Skyline FireSafe Council.

Iowa State Fire School
2019-02-23 - 2019-02-24 | Ames, Iowa
NVFC will be presenting classes on health and wellness topics.

Bryant Stiles Officers School
2019-02-22 - 2019-02-24 | Owensboro Convention Center, 501 W 2nd St., Owensboro, KY, 42301, United States
NVFC presenting a session.

EMS Today
2019-02-20 - 2019-02-22 | Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center, 201 Waterfront St., National Harbor, MD, 20745, United States
Visit the NVFC booth #643.

Webinar: SAFER Grant Application Tips
2019-02-19 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | NY
Volunteer and combination fire departments are invited to participate in a free, live NVFC webinar on the Staffing for Adequate Fire & Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant Program, which provides funding for recruiting and retaining firefighters. The application period for the SAFER program is open from February 15 to March 22.

Webinar: Fire Prevention & Safety Grant Application Tips
2018-11-19 13:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | NY
Volunteer and combination fire departments are encouraged to participate in a free live NVFC webinar to help them with the Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) Grant Program application. The application period for the FP&S program is open through December 21 and provides a funding opportunity for fire and EMS departments to support projects that enhance the safety of the public and firefighters from fire and related hazards.

Symposium in the Sun 2018
2018-11-08 - 2018-11-11 | Hilton Clearwater Beach, 400 Mandalay Ave., Clearwater, FL, 33767, United States
Visit the NVFC booth.

Wildland Fire Assessment Program Training
2018-11-05 13:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Grand Sierra Resort Hotel, 2500 E 2nd St., Reno, NV, 89595, United States
A Wildland Fire Assessment Program (WFAP) course will be held at the Fire Shows West Conference & Expo. The WFAP is brought to you by the National Volunteer Fire Council and U.S. Forest Service to help fire departments conduct home safety assessments in the wildland-urban interface. This free, four-hour train-the-trainer course details what to look for in and around a home that may pose a danger when a wildfire strikes.

Webinar: The Art of Speed-Recruiting - Winning at Face-to-Face Volunteer Recruitment
2018-10-25 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | NY
This webinar from the NVFC and First Arriving provides information and tips to help volunteer departments be successful at in-person recruiting. Space is limited, so register now.

Firehouse Expo
2018-10-16 - 2018-10-20 | Music City Center, 201 Fifth Avenue South, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Visit the NVFC at booth #1349

Webinar: Assistance to Firefighters Grant Application Tips
2018-10-02 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | NY
The Assistance to Firefighters Grant provides funding for fire and EMS departments to obtain needed equipment, gear, apparatus, and training. This NVFC webinar will cover current grant requirements and provide tips on what is eligible for funding and what will receive priority funding. There will also be an opportunity for attendees to ask questions.
